Kennebec River Float Trip

A half-day outing on easy whitewater awaits you on a lower section of the Kennebec River. Eight miles of river include floating, splashes of Class I-II whitewater, opportunities for swimming and a riverside snack. This guided adventure is perfect for younger kids, adults and Seniors looking for classic summertime Maine wilderness or spectacular Fall foliage.

Kennebec Float Trip Prices and Schedule

Trip Price: Adult $55pp Children under 16 $40pp
Combine the Kennebec Float trip with a Dead River Summer or Kennebec River trip and save $20pp
Schedule: Seven days a week June 5 - October 3
Includes: Pre-trip safety instruction, licensed guide, PFD and helmet, transportation to and from river, riverside snack
Minimum Age: 5

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Kennebec River Float Trip Itinerary

Directions:
I-95 North to Exit 133 in Fairfield, Maine. Follow Rte 201 North 65 miles to The Forks. Pass through Skowhegan and then Bingham (23 miles to The Forks). In The Forks look for our signs and the bridge crossing the Kennebec. Take right turn before bridge and then enter second driveway on right.

Note: GPS and navigation systems are not accurate in our area. Please follow a map.

 

Your Day on the Kennebec River Float Trip

Meeting Time and Place:
1:30pm at Crab Apple on the Kennebec - The Forks, Maine

Trip Itinerary:

• Meet at 1:30pm
• Lifejacket and helmet fitting - (all guests must wear a Personal Floating Device issued by Crab Apple)
• Safety lecture and paddling instruction
• Paddle 3 miles in Class I-II whitewater
• Riverside snack
• Paddle 5 miles in Class I-II whitewater
• Take out and ride back to Crab Apple
• Hot showers, hot tubs and change clothes
• Departure by approximately 4:30pm

Waiver:

All rafters will be required to sign a waiver of liability before enjoying one of our trips. Download it here and bring it in completed the day of the trip to save time. Waiver

What to Bring:

For every trip you need:

• Bathing suit or shorts
• Footwear - sneakers or sandals with secure toe and ankle straps (flip flops not allowed)
• Sunscreen
• Towel
• Change of clothes and shoes for after trip

Items for spring and fall & cool or rainy days:

• ***Avoid cotton clothing - it cools the body when wet!
• For feet: wool or fleece socks. Very important in spring!
• For torso and legs: performance apparel (Under Armour), wool, fleece, capilene, polypropylene/li>
• Outer layer: wind jacket and pants are great for shedding water and can be worn over a wetsuit or fleece

Wetsuits:

Clean, comfortable wetsuits and wetsuit boots will always be available for rent. Fleece and synthetics are extra warm under wetsuits and wetsuit boots. Wind jackets and pants can be worn over wetsuits to shed water and add warmth.

$$$$:

Crab Apple on the Kennebec houses a fun store where you may purchase a fine selection of apparel and souvenirs. Our pub and restaurant will also be open for relaxing after trips.

Medications / Physical Limitations:

Always bring medications which you may need on the river i.e. asthma inhaler, bee sting kit, etc.
Pregnant women, persons with a heart condition and anyone with a medical problem that could be affected by the heat, cold, exertion, excitement, etc. of a raft trip may not raft. We reserve the right to refuse anyone the opportunity to participate in any of our adventures because of a medical, physical or size limitation that we feel might expose them to extreme risk. Contact our office with questions concerning these policies.

Accommodations:

Crab Apple on the Kennebec offers you a comfortable, hassle-free stay in our suites, lodge, cabins and campsites. Local campgrounds, B&B's and motels may also be suggested.

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